国家发展改革委回应当前经济热点：坚定不移实施扩大内需战略

Economic Overview - In July, China's retail sales of consumer goods increased by 3.7% year-on-year, with overall growth of about 5% in the first seven months [1] - Fixed asset investment grew by 1.6% year-on-year in the first seven months, with actual growth between 4% and 5% after adjusting for price factors [1] - Investment in high-end industries such as aerospace and equipment manufacturing, computer and office equipment manufacturing, and information services saw significant increases of 33.9%, 16%, and 32.8% respectively [1] Consumption and Investment Strategies - The government aims to boost consumption and investment by focusing on key projects that meet development needs and public expectations [2] - A mechanism will be established to encourage private enterprises to participate in major national projects, with minimum shareholding requirements for private investments in significant sectors like railways and nuclear power [2] - The construction bidding market is highlighted as a crucial part of the unified national market, with private enterprises winning 76% of the projects in the engineering construction sector [2] Artificial Intelligence Initiatives - The State Council has issued an opinion on implementing the "Artificial Intelligence+" initiative, focusing on six major actions including technology development and global cooperation [3] - The National Development and Reform Commission emphasizes the need for a systematic approach to implement the "Artificial Intelligence+" initiative, utilizing various policies and funding mechanisms [3][4] - The initiative will require a gradual implementation strategy, considering factors such as technology maturity and industry development [4]